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501: If They’re Looking at the Details… then the Seafood is HORRIBLE

Making It · 10 Oct 2025 · 1h 02m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their current projects, including Diresta's complex fish festival display built with CNC and aluminum, Clagett's solo pool house roof framing, and Picciuto's Casio keyboard mod and new Airbnb venture. The hosts also analyze YouTube performance metrics, with Diresta reflecting on the emotional impact of a '10 of 10' ranking and Clagett detailing his work with a new dual-sided Arduino board. They conclude by sharing recommendations for other makers, including Whistlin' Diesel and Jake Wexler.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Qualcomm
Products
Casio, Arduino, Fireball
Tools
SketchUp
Materials
Baltic birch
Also
Whistlin' Diesel, Jake Wexler, Maker Camp

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